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An alligator snapping turtle, native to the southern US, was discovered in Cumbria, UK, by a lake. The turtle, named Fluffy, has a powerful jaw and rugged shell, and despite being unaccustomed to the cooler climate, it was found to be relatively healthy. Fluffy will soon be relocated to a specialist wildlife centre in Cornwall.
An invasive alligator snapping turtle, native to Florida, was rescued from a lake in England after being spotted by a dog walker. The creature, known for its mean bite, was fished out with a shopping basket by a local official and is now being cared for by a veterinary center. Named "Fluffy," the turtle will be transported to a zoo or private keeper. Alligator snapping turtles are declining in numbers due to habitat degradation and overharvesting, and have complicated needs, a voracious appetite, and a nasty bite.
A "dangerous" alligator snapping turtle, native to Florida, was found in Cumbria and named "Fluffy" by vets. The reptile, known for its strong jaw capable of biting through bone, was likely abandoned by an exotic pet owner. Unable to determine its gender, the turtle will be relocated to a wildlife centre in Cornwall. Alligator snapping turtles are invasive and can grow up to 100cm long, weighing up to 90kg, posing a threat to local wildlife.
A dog walker in Cumbria, England, discovered an alligator snapping turtle, native to the southern United States, in a small lake near his village. The turtle, named Fluffy, was rescued by a parish councilor and taken to a nearby veterinary center after being fished out of the water.
A small alligator snapping turtle, native to the southern US, was found in Urswick Tarn, Cumbria, and has been nicknamed Fluffy by locals after being discovered by a dog walker.
An alligator snapping turtle, native to the southern US, was discovered in a Cumbrian tarn by a dog walker and rescued by a local councillor. Named Fluffy, the turtle was taken to a vet and is now being cared for at a veterinary center. Considered an invasive species, the turtle poses a threat to the environment due to its voracious appetite and potential for causing harm as it grows. It will be rehomed in a zoo or with a private keeper after being cared for by the veterinary center.
The alligator snapping turtle, a 200-pound, 100 year-old creature with a prehistoric appearance and powerful jaws, is considered one of Alabama's most impressive and terrifying animals. Known for its longevity and slow reproduction, the species has faced population declines due to human activities and is now a protected species in Alabama. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is considering adding the alligator snapping turtle to the federal Endangered Species List, although some experts are uncertain about its endangered status due to the challenges of studying these creatures in their natural habitat.